By BayNet | Published:
January 4, 2012
As a member of the University Library Team, this librarian will:
- Provide reference, information services, research and instructional services to Golden Gate University students, faculty, staff, corporate and alumni members at all locations, including those affiliated with the University via Cybercampus
- Orient patrons and prospective students to the range of print and online resources available
- When on duty as reference librarian, aid library assistants and student assistants in handling questions of policies, complaints, difficult patrons, and security issues
- Develop print and online reference and research guides
- Work with public services or technical services librarians on special projects as assigned by the Library Director.
- Collaborate with other staff in peer training and staff development
- Collaborate with other staff in assessing the effectiveness of reference services and identifying ways to improve reference services.
Job details and application information.
By BayNet | Published:
October 14, 2011
The California Digital Library has an opening for Shared Print Assistant Analyst. The position is 15-30 hours per week at $18.09-26.59/hour depending on qualifications, beginning immediately and ending in June 2012 with the possibility of extension. The position offers an excellent opportunity to work in an academic library consortia and gain training and professional experience in the field of collection management and development. Working with the CDL Shared Print Manager, the Assistant Analyst will work on specific projects, research and analyses.
For more information and to apply for this position: https://jobs.ucop.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1318593585805 and submit resume, cover letter and references to: emily.stambaugh@ucop.edu.
By BayNet | Published:
September 27, 2011
Subject to Budgetary Approval
Job Opening ID (JOID): 14209
The Liaison Librarian is responsible for collection development, information literacy, reference service (to both university and public users) and research consultation in assigned subject areas. The Liaison Librarian participates in the library’s information literacy competence program, enhancement of the library’s technology-enabled informational and instructional services and products, the campus learning spaces and learning management systems, and university governance.
This is a twelve-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian.
Qualifications: Required
- MLS degree from an ALA accredited program or equivalent.
- Experience and/or coursework in collection development, reference service/research consultation and information literacy/instruction.
- Potential for scholarly research and/or professional achievement.
- Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational needs of a diverse population, as gained through cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience, as applied to ensuring user-centered services, systems, and programs.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with public and academic librarians and staff, teaching faculty, and students in a team-based organization and a rapidly changing information environment.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, design, and implement innovative projects or services, including community outreach programs to the community.
- Experience and/or coursework in incorporating current and emerging technologies into informational and instructional services.
Please see http://www.sjsu.edu/facultyaffairs/docs/14209_libr.pdf for full description and application information.
By BayNet | Published:
September 26, 2011
The Library at Holy Names University (3500 Mountain Boulevard, in the Oakland Hills) has an immediate opening for a part-time, temporary assistant reference librarian available one weeknight a week (the exact night to be determined in conversation with the library team), and Saturdays (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.), for a total of 8 hours per week through the end of spring semester, 2012.
This librarian will provide direct reference/research help in person and online to students, faculty, staff, and other members of the Holy Names University community. Also assists with circulation duties when needed. Other tasks may include updating resource guides (Libguides), assisting with library events, or other activities in support of the library’s mission.
Required:
- Masters of Library and Information Science
- At least one year experience providing reference in an academic setting
- Customer service experience and demonstrated ease in working with faculty, students, and staff
- Tact, enthusiasm, and optimism
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience with Libguides and various electronic databases
- Availability to work Saturdays and one evening per week
To apply, email resume to hr@hnu.edu
For more about the institution, see http://library.hnu.edu
By BayNet | Published:
September 12, 2011
Reporting to the Associate Library Director, this position oversees the Technical Services Department of the F. W. Olin Library. Duties include the overall management and staff supervision of the department including acquisitions, cataloging, physical processing, and database and electronic resource maintenance. The position encompasses aspects of long range planning and goal-setting as well as the daily functions of the department. This position will partner with the Head of Reference and others to foster collaborative initiatives.
Please see more details about the job and application instructions.
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By BayNet | Published:
September 6, 2011
The City of San Mateo Public Library is accepting applications for two positions of Supervising Librarian, one each for Children’s & Literacy Services and Adult/Teen & Information Services.
Final Filing Date: Friday, September 30, 2011, by 5:00 p.m. Full job announcement: https://www.calopps.org/ViewAgencyJob.cfm?ID=10745
